I also recommend you join some local host groups for the areas you're targeting to get some boots-on-the-ground insights from current operators as folks with a vested interest in selling you a property don't necessarily also have the experience of being operators themselves.

The key though is having boots on the ground and people you really trust near those properties to watch over them for you.

What do you want to pay to re rent the good side multiple times, or boot the dirt once.

Boots on the Ground, contrary to what people post, is critical.

Not only might there be some opportunity to work together, but it helps me get a pulse on the market from 'boots on the ground'. 

When I was in the military, in the 80's, you literally had 10 minutes while you were in boot camp to decide whether or not you wanted the GI bill.

The way to combat risk in this situation is get hard bids, although your knowledge level may not protect you from scope gaps.Some folks recommended getting a partner or a mentor, which I encourage also.

Also, you can build relationships with title companies and boots on the ground.  

I'm simply relating actual boots-on-the-ground experience from my time as a Realtor.Some of the VA buyers I worked with had down payment money. 

Looking to find some boots on the ground, ideally, since I'm in Redmond.